What chokes does it come with?

one choke it comes with a Modified choke tube it uses the Winchester/Browning/Mossberg invector (not invector plus) chokes H & R 1871/N.E.F. 20 gauge: interchanges with Trulock’s Win-Brn-Moss style

Robert, it includes (1) screw-in Modified choke. Winchester/Browning/Mossberg invector or Trulock’s Win-Brn-Moss style chokes are compatible. Cheers and stay safe!

it comes with a Modified choke tube it uses the Winchester/Browning/Mossberg invector (not invector plus) chokes H & R 1871/N.E.F. 20 gauge: interchanges with Trulock’s Win-Brn-Moss style

How many rounds does it hold?

H&R website says the magazine capacity is 5. I am sure that is with 2 3/4" shells. So with 1 in the chamber, that would make 6. Probably only 4 of the 3" shells in the magazine.

Joseph, the H&R has a 5 round tube magazine and will hold 5 + 1 (6 rounds total) with a shell in the chamber. Don't forget too plug for hunting if required in your State. Cheers and stay safe!

Which would be better first (and probably only) shotgun this H&R (which I believe is a clearance model now) or this Maverick 88? https://www.budsgunshop.com/catalog/product_info.php/products_id/43865 Its not for a kid, I'm over 50 but new to guns. I don't hunt, I would just like a shotgun for fun and possible home defense, Dont want to spend a lot.

Hi Stuart, I agree with Randy and Joel on the Maverick. However, If you don't hunt and want a fun/defense shotgun, I would recommend something with much better handling and shorter barrel. The majority of "Defense" Shotguns have 18.5 to 20" barrels. I would recommend : https://www.budsgunshop.com/catalog/product_info.php/cPath/2084_2108/products_id/97945/Stevens+320SEC+20GA+18.5+PG+BEAD or even better this with "Ghost ring Sights" : https://www.budsgunshop.com/catalog/product_info.php/products_id/97946

Of the two I recommend the maverick 88 which is a Budget Mossberg 500. the Mossberg/maverick reliability and the availability of aftermarket accessories tip the scale for me. Also I know that if I have a issue I can get parts for the Maverick/Mossberg

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I agree with Randy P. on the Mossberg 500. Very simple to operate for a first time shotgun owner. I used this model in the military and really liked it. It’s a real workhorse.

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Hi Stuart, Of the two I recommend the maverick 88 which is a Budget Mossberg 500. the Mossberg/maverick reliability and the availability of aftermarket accessories tip the scale for me. Also I know that if I have a issue I can get parts for the Maverick/Mossberg

I would also say the Maverick 88. Great gun i actually just picked one up. Buds just dropped the price on one i have been watching.

Of the two I recommend the maverick 88 which is a Budget Mossberg 500. the Mossberg/maverick reliability and the availability of aftermarket accessories tip the scale for me. Also I know that if I have a issue I can get parts for the Maverick/Mossberg

I have 1 rifle and 4 handguns (2 from Bud's). No shotgun yet. The rifle and two of the handguns are .22LR, the other two handguns are .38 specials so I'm used to little recoil. I was thinking of a Maverick 88 in 12 gauge until I read up on recoil and saw a video that shows a 12 gauge can shoot through walls but a 20 is less likely.

Great choice. If you want less recoil the 20ga is the way to go. The 12ga has alot of recoil like any 12ga also for the money its a excellent choice since its a Rem 870 knockoff you're saving over $150

You will be surprised that the 20 will be slightly lower recoil than the 12 but nearly the same penetration with shot/buck shot loads. 20 gauge slugs may penetrate more due to higher sectional density. 12 or 20 you can use several available low recoil self-defense loads, I would recommend #4 Buckshot whichever you decide to get for the best combination of effectiveness and less penetration.

It is a good shotgun which you can use to do everything as far as 12ga or 20 ga they will both shoot through the same wall if the shells are the same IE 12g 1 oz #4 shot or 20 ga 1 oz #4 shot

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New England 20 Ga w/26" Black Barrel/Modified Choke Tube & W - Blue/Black, 26" Barrel, Wood Stock

Name: New England 20 Ga w/26" Black Barrel/Modified Choke Tube & W
Brand: Harrington and Richardson
SKU: 20979
Availability: OutOfStock
Rating: 4.30 (6 reviews)

6 Reviews| 4 Questions & Answers

Model: 72252

Condition: Factory New

Bud's Item Number: 20979

UPC: 010633015067

MFG: Harrington and Richardson

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New England 20 Ga w/26 Black Barrel/Modified Choke Tube & W

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Metal Finish

Brown

Gauge

222 Remington

Barrel Length

15.14"

Overall Length

32.75" - 36"

Stock Material

Aluminum Chassis

Drop

1 3/8" @ Comb & 2 1/4" @ Heel

Stock Color

MAGPUL BACKPACKER

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Metal Finish

Blue/Black

Gauge

20 Gauge

Barrel Length

Overall Length

48.12"

Stock Material

Wood

Drop

1.5" @ Comb & 2.5" @ Heel

Stock Color

Wood

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William C on 05/26/2023

Rating: 5 of 5 Stars!

Well I'm a senior citizen and I hunt deer in a shotgun only county here in Maryland. I own many 12 gauge shotguns but as I'm getting older I'm becoming more recoil sensitive so I picked up this inexpensive gun as an alternative to my other shotguns. Now I've only used it as a slug gun but I've harvested a deer every season with this gun since I purchased it. It shoots fine. Accurate for me at least out to 100 yards. Been a sweet shooter with virtually no recoil using 2 3/4 slugs.

Steven T on 07/27/2019

Rating: 5 of 5 Stars!

Best. Little. 20ga. Budget. Shotgun. Ever. Seriously folks. I've busted a lot of clays with this little dude. It's solid. I've ran it's big brother 12ga through thousands of rounds of buckshot, slugs, bird loads, etc. with zero failures (except in the couple of case where I short stroked the action) and that's what lead me to buy this 20ga. No complaints. Solid. Double action bars. Tried and proven action. No regrets on this purchase.

Paul G on 12/19/2017

Rating: 5 of 5 Stars!

I bought this gun for my son for his birthday.it shipped on a Friday and I got it on Tuesday gun was in excellent shape when I got it thanks buds I will be buying from them again

Charles G on 12/14/2017

Rating: 1 of 5 Stars!

Bought this shotgun knowing it was not top of the line, but functional as per reviews listed. Received it quickly as usual with Bud's and upon inspection at my ffl everything seemed to be fine. Upon getting home and cleaning it I discovered a very serious problem, When safety is engaged you can pull the trigger and it will fire. Very disappointed as I was planing to give gun to my grandson for Christmas. This is a China made copy of a Remington 870 pump shotgun built with a very dangerous fault and by a manufacture with no quality inspection evidently. I would not recommend buying this shotgun due to it being unsafe, If you have one check to see if you can pull the trigger with safety on.This is no fault of Bud's as I have purchased several guns from them with never any issues. I just felt I must post this issue for safety reasons for the benefit of any one owning one of these shotguns. .

Dean G on 02/04/2017

Rating: 5 of 5 Stars!

A very good 870 knockoff. I would recommend this gun to anyone wanting a good solid pump on a budget.

Laura P on 12/16/2015

Rating: 5 of 5 Stars!

Shotgun arrived in excellent condition, I was skeptical for my first purchase of an imported weapon but I'm far from disappointed. would reccomend for a great holiday gift or birthday present!

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Questions & Answers

Q: What chokes does it come with?
Answered

Asked 05/01/2020 19:04 by Robert A

A:

one choke it comes with a Modified choke tube it uses the Winchester/Browning/Mossberg invector (not invector plus) chokes H & R 1871/N.E.F. 20 gauge: interchanges with Trulock’s Win-Brn-Moss style
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Q: How many rounds does it hold?
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Asked 04/18/2020 10:52 by Joseph B

A:

H&R website says the magazine capacity is 5. I am sure that is with 2 3/4" shells. So with 1 in the chamber, that would make 6. Probably only 4 of the 3" shells in the magazine.
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Q: Which would be better first (and probably only) shotgun this H&R (which I believe is a clearance model now) or this Maverick 88? https://www.budsgunshop.com/catalog/product_info.php/products_id/43865 Its not for a kid, I'm over 50 but new to guns. I don't hunt, I would just like a shotgun for fun and possible home defense, Dont want to spend a lot.
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Asked 03/21/2018 11:52 by Stuart J

A:

Hi Stuart, I agree with Randy and Joel on the Maverick. However, If you don't hunt and want a fun/defense shotgun, I would recommend something with much better handling and shorter barrel. The majority of "Defense" Shotguns have 18.5 to 20" barrels. I would recommend : https://www.budsgunshop.com/catalog/product_info.php/cPath/2084_2108/products_id/97945/Stevens+320SEC+20GA+18.5+PG+BEAD or even better this with "Ghost ring Sights" : https://www.budsgunshop.com/catalog/product_info.php/products_id/97946
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Q: I have 1 rifle and 4 handguns (2 from Bud's). No shotgun yet. The rifle and two of the handguns are .22LR, the other two handguns are .38 specials so I'm used to little recoil. I was thinking of a Maverick 88 in 12 gauge until I read up on recoil and saw a video that shows a 12 gauge can shoot through walls but a 20 is less likely.
Answered

Asked 10/18/2017 22:17 by Stuart J

A:

Great choice. If you want less recoil the 20ga is the way to go. The 12ga has alot of recoil like any 12ga also for the money its a excellent choice since its a Rem 870 knockoff you're saving over $150
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